2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Highlander | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
